Free Protoporphyrin
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Free Protoporphyrin, Erythrocytes
Test ID: PORPHQ E
Test
Method
Fluorescence Spectrophotometry
Report Includes
Specimens
Whole blood (EDTA)
Test Location
The Ottawa Hospital General Campus, 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa ON K1H 8L6
Test Version
16-Jun-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Whole blood (EDTA)
Sample Volume
2 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Protect specimen from light – transfer in amber vial.
Additional Information
Hematocrit must be provided to allow calculation ofresult. Specimen may be frozen after measurement of hematocrit. Other anticoagulants and clotted specimens are unacceptable.
Stability
| Refrigerated | 2 Weeks |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 2 Months |
Test Version
16-Jun-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Fluorescence Spectrophotometry
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Protoporphyrin | µmol/L Erc. |
|
µg/dL x 0.178 | |
Test Location
The Ottawa Hospital General Campus, 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa ON K1H 8L6
Test Version
16-Jun-2023
Interface / Setup
Test Version
16-Jun-2023